Historic Guides

Guide To Historic Marathon Park, Wausau WI

This landmark of local culture features a fairground, amphitheater and several historic buildings, in addition to walking trails, picnic areas and campground.

1.  The Band Stand
2.  The Grandstand
3.  Brief History of Marathon Park
4.  Little Red School House
5.  Pond/Wading Pool/Splash Pad
6.  Racing at Marathon Park

Big Bull Falls Becomes Downtown Wausau 

A tour of the buildings in Wausau's downtown area, which reflect the growth of the city from the small settlement of lumberjacks to the modern metropolis of Central Wisconsin.
1.  The Yawkey House
2.  The Chicago & Northwestern Depot
3.  Dudley Building
4.  Big Bull Falls Becomes Downtown Wausau
5.  Wausau Public Library
6.  The YMCA
7.  Employers Mutual Building/Wausau City Hall

Not In Polite Company: Politics and Religion in Wausau, WI

It has been said that one should avoid discussing politics and religion when in polite company. Here are some stories related to those topics from downtown Wausau.

1.  The G.A.R Commissions a Statute
2.  President Coolige Visits Wausau
3.  The German American Bank Changes Its Name
4.  The Collapse of St. James' Dome
5.  The Plumer Mansion Comes Down
 

Having Fun in Downtown Wausau, Wisconsin

Whether it was to take in a concert, enjoy a parade, or to do some shopping: these are some stories that show how the people of Wausau have enjoyed themselves downtown.

1.  A Band Stand on Courthouse Square
2.  A Grand Renovation
3.  A Baseball Parade
4.  An Opening for Wausau Center Mall
5.  A Trolley Ride to Rothschild